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Connecting an IQ (2nd gen) Brain to a Computer via USB

It takes just a few steps to connect a VEX IQ Brain to App-Based VEXcode IQ on your Windows, Mac, or Chromebook computer. First, you will need to be sure you have all the components.

Brain, Battery, USB cable, and a laptop neatly placed together on a table.

You will need the following:

  • A USB-C cable (either USB-C to USB-C, or USB-C to USB-A, depending on your device)
  • An IQ (2nd gen) Brain
  • An IQ Battery
  • A Windows, Mac, or Chromebook Computer

After you have gathered your components, complete the following:

Battery with an arrow indicating that it should be placed into the Brain's Battery slot.

Insert the battery into the IQ Brain.

Diagram of a hand pressing the Brain's Check button to turn it on.

Turn on the IQ Brain by pressing the checkmark button.

Brain that has been powered on and has a USB-C cable plugged into it.

Connect the USB-C cable to the IQ(gen 2) Brain.

VEXcode IQ app icon.

Launch app-based VEXcode IQ

VEXcode IQ with a green Brain icon on the Toolbar to indicate that the Brain is connected.

A successful connection is confirmed when the Brain Status Icon in the Toolbar is green.

For more information, help, and tips, check out the many resources at VEX Professional Development Plus

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